Halwa Atong - Rongara, South Garo Hills
Halwa Atong is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongara and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halwa Atong is 276213. The village falls under the 794114 pincode.
Halwa Atong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rongara-siju Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Halwa Atong
According to the 2011 Census, Halwa Atong village had a total population of 581 people, including 311 males and 270 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.32%, with male literacy at 78.23% and female literacy at 71.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 557.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 581 | 311 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 557 | 289 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 194 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 117 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Halwa Atong
Halwa Atong is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Halwa Atong
Halwa Atong is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Halwa Atong is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halwa Atong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halwa Atong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Halwa Atong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halwa Atong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halwa Atong
Where is Halwa Atong located?
Halwa Atong village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Halwa Atong?
The pincode of Halwa Atong is 794114.
What is the population of Halwa Atong?
Halwa Atong had a total population of 581, including 311 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Halwa Atong?
Halwa Atong had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halwa Atong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halwa Atong was 75.32%. Male literacy was 78.23% and female literacy was 71.96%.